242B Series 3
242B Series 3
242B Series 3
242B Series 3
SKID STEER LOADER
FEATURES:
The Cat® 242B Series 3 Skid Steer Loader, with its vertical lift design, Advanced hydraulic system is designed for maximum power
delivers extended reach and lift height for quick and easy truck loading. and reliability.
Its stability and lifting performance provides excellent material handling. Optional high flow system provides increased auxiliary hydraulic
The 242B Series 3 features the following: performance with 117 L/min (31 gal/min) of flow for applications that
Ergonomic operator station features easy to use pilot operated joystick
demand increased work tool performance.
controls for reduced operator fatigue and increased productivity. Easy routine maintenance helps reduce machine downtime for
High performance power train provides high engine horsepower
greater productivity.
and torque, allowing part-throttle operation for lower sound levels Broad range of performance matched Cat® Work Tools make the
and fuel consumption. Cat Skid Steer Loader the most versatile machine on the jobsite.
Specifications
Engine Operating Specifications*
Engine Model Cat® C3.4 DIT Rated Operating Capacity 975 kg 2,150 lb
Gross Power SAE J1995 56 kW 75 hp Rated Operating Capacity 1000 kg 2,200 lb
Net Power SAE 1349/ISO 9249 53 kW 71 hp with Optional Counterweight
Displacement 3.3 L 201 in3 Tipping Load 1950 kg 4,300 lb
Stroke 120 mm 4.7 in Breakout Force, Tilt Cylinder 2204 kg 4,507 lb
Bore 94 mm 3.7 in
Cab
Weights* ROPS SAE J1040 MAY94,
Operating Weight 3179 kg 7,008 lb ISO 3471:1994
FOPS SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98
Level I, ISO 3449:1992 Level I
Power Train
FOPS Level II SAE J/ISO 3449 APR98
Travel Speed (Forward or Reverse) Level II, ISO 3449:1992
One Speed 12.4 km/h 7.7 mph Level II (optional)
Two Speed Option 18.4 km/h 11.4 mph
Service Refill Capacities
Hydraulic System Chain Box, each side 6L 1.6 gal
Hydraulic Flow – Standard: Cooling System 10 L 2.6 gal
Loader Hydraulic Pressure 23 000 kPa 3,335 psi Engine Crankcase 9L 2.4 gal
Loader Hydraulic Flow 83 L/min 22 gal/min Fuel Tank 58 L 15.3 gal
Hydraulic Power (calculated) 31.9 kW 42.8 hp Hydraulic System 55 L 14.5 gal
Hydraulic Flow – High Flow: Hydraulic Tank 35 L 9.2 gal
Loader Hydraulic Pressure 23 000 kPa 3,335 psi
Loader Hydraulic Flow 117 L/min 31 gal/min
Hydraulic Power (calculated) 45 kW 60.3 hp
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